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Allen County EMS Director Leaving, County Commissioners Hear More Budget Proposals

Tuesday, May 5

Allen County EMS Director Michael Burnett is stepping down effective Friday. Burnett announced during this morning's Allen County Commission meeting that he is leaving to become EMS director for Crawford County. Commissioners appointed Iola Fire Chief Cory Isbell to serve as interim director while... Read More.

Bullpup Boys Tennis Begins Postseason 2nd in AVCTL Meet

Tuesday, May 5

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson High School's Boys Tennis team began their postseason at home on Monday, May 4, placing 2nd in the AVCTL 3-4 meet. FULL RESULTS Rylan Unruh finished 5th in the Singles tournament, and Jonas Emery / Mason Eisenbarth finished 3rd in... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Monday High School Scoreboard Statewide-5/4/26

Tuesday, May 5

Baseball Buhler 8, Andale/Garden Plain 4 Andale/Garden Plain 13, Buhler 7 Lyons/Sterling 15, Skyline 0 (4 innings) Lyons/Sterling 15, Skyline 0 (3 innings) Halstead 13, Belle Plaine 2 (5 innings) Halstead 15, Belle Plaine 0 (3 innings) Cheney 12, El Dorado 4 Pratt 5, Kingman/Norwich 4 Kingman/Norwich 8, Pratt 5 Council Grove 13, Hillsboro/Peabody-Burns... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Growth Implants’ Effect on Efficiency

Tuesday, May 5

K-State beef cattle experts discuss performance benefits, hormone misconceptions and management considerations regarding the use of growth implants MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University beef cattle experts say growth-promoting implants continue to be one of the most effective and researched tools available to beef producers. On... Read More.

Now’s the Time to Fertilize Warm-Season Grasses in Kansas

Tuesday, May 5

Late spring, early summer applications are ideal, says K-State horticulture expert MANHATTAN, Kan. — It’s crunch time for homeowners and others who manage warm-season grasses in Kansas. “Turfgrasses should be fertilized when they are actively growing,” said K-State horticulture expert Matt McKernan. “For warm-season grasses, that... Read More.

McPherson College Names Dr. Michael Stichter as Founding Director and Chair of Engineering

Tuesday, May 5

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College has named Dr. Michael Stichter, founding director and chair of engineering, a key milestone as the college prepares to launch its new engineering degree this fall. An alumnus of the college's automotive restoration program and an experienced professional engineer, Stichter... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Recognizes Haven Softball as Girls Team of the Month for April

Tuesday, May 5

Each month, Ad Astra Radio recognizes a girls and boys Team of the Month, selected from area high schools. The Girls Team of the Month for April goes to the Haven Softball team. The month: In early April, the Wildcats split with Pratt, giving them... Read More.

Lyons/Sterling Baseball Splits with Beloit Friday

Tuesday, May 5

Game 1: Lyons/ Sterling 1, Beloit 0 (9 innings) Lyons/Sterling got the 1-0 walk-off win in the bottom of the 9th inning over Beloit. Zayn Zambo walked to lead off the inning and with 1 out, Meyer Anderson got the RBI single to right field... Read More.

Hutchinson to Host U.S. National Horseshoe Pitching Tournament May 29-31

Tuesday, May 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Get ready for a weekend of competition, community, and classic American fun as the U.S. Nationals Horseshoe Pitching Tournament comes to Rice Park in Hutchinson on May 29–31, 2026! Hosted by the Rice Park Horseshoe Club and Visit Hutch, and sanctioned by... Read More.

Buhler Baseball Splits Doubleheader with Andale/Garden Plain; Softball Drops Both

Tuesday, May 5

The Buhler High School baseball team split a doubleheader Monday against Andale/Garden Plain while the Crusader softball team was swept. The Buhler baseball team won the first game of its twinbill 8-4 and lost the second game 14-2. The Crusader softball team lost 8-1 (Game 1)... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Receives Audit, Approves Street Bid, Makes Change in Meeting procedure

Tuesday, May 5

The city of McPherson received an unmodified opinion as it related to Kansas Municipal accounting guidelines in its 2025 audit report, which was presented during Tuesday's City Commission meeting. Christina Henson from The Loyd Group said the audit had an adverse opinion as it... Read More.

Andale/Garden Plain Sweeps Buhler in Key Doubleheader to Climb 4A West Softball Standings

Tuesday, May 5

ANDALE, Kan. — With six games left in the regular season, both the Andale/Garden Plain and Buhler softball teams are seeking to improve their positions in the 4A west standings when the two teams met on Monday at the Andale High School Sports Complex. Andale/Garden... Read More.